Dale Stephenson
Cary, NC

Dale Stephenson

Ward Family Law Group

Divorce and SeparationChild Custody and VisitationChild Support | Child Support Enforcement+6 More

Dale V. Stephenson is a North Carolina native who has been licensed to practice law in North Carolina since 2019 and before the U.S. Supreme Court since 2023. She is a Board Certified Specialist in Family Law with the North Carolina State B…

7 years' experience
Accepting New Clients

About

Dale V. Stephenson is a North Carolina native who has been licensed to practice law in North Carolina since 2019 and before the U.S. Supreme Court since 2023. She is a Board Certified Specialist in Family Law with the North Carolina State Bar. She earned her law degree from Campbell University's Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law after graduating from Peace College with a degree in Political Science and a minor in Spanish. She also serves as a Certified Guardian Ad Litem for Wake County and was appointed by Governor Roy Cooper to the North Carolina Council on Developmental Disabilities.

Practice Areas

Divorce and SeparationChild Custody and VisitationChild Support | Child Support EnforcementSpousal Support | AlimonyProperty DivisionPrenuptial and Postnuptial AgreementsMediationDomestic Violence | Protective OrdersComplex Divorce

Awards & Recognition

  • Legal Elite, Business North Carolina — Family Law (2021, 2023, 2024); Young Guns (2021, 2025)
  • North Carolina Super Lawyers Rising Stars, Family Law (2024, 2025)
  • Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America, Family Law (2023, 2024, 2025)
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Bar Admissions

  • North Carolina, 2019
  • U.S. Supreme Court, 2023

Education

  • B.A., Political Science, minor in Spanish, Peace College (study abroad, University Autònoma de Barcelona)
  • J.D., Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law, Campbell University
  • Advanced Certificate of International Advocacy & Negotiation, University of Reading

Service Offers

  • Accepting New Clients

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Frequently Asked Questions About Divorce in North Carolina

Do I need a divorce lawyer?
While you can represent yourself, having a lawyer is highly recommended, especially with children, significant assets, or contested issues. A lawyer ensures your rights are protected.
What should I bring to my first consultation?
Bring financial documents (tax returns, bank statements, pay stubs), property records, prenuptial agreements if applicable, and a list of questions and concerns about your situation.